allonlinenovel Chapter 202 Urgent Matter
Chapter 202 Urgent Matter
On the other hand, Mrs. Huo almost ran through the corridors of the palace, and finally found Minister Wang and Concubine Wang in anxiety and worry.
The faces of Minister Wang and Concubine Wang both showed obvious anxiety, which made Mrs. Huo's heart tighten again and she felt even more uneasy.
Imperial Concubine, Big Brother, what is the current situation in the palace?
Mrs. Huo's tone was urgent, and her brows were full of anxiety.
We have the advantage in military strength, and Prince Yi will not be able to approach the emperor in the short term. Although Concubine Wang responded calmly, she could not hide her worries.
When Mrs. Huo heard this, she felt a little relieved, but was immediately troubled by a new problem.
Is there any news from the prince?
Concubine Wang asked immediately.
The Eastern Palace is currently in chaos, and no definite news has been received from the Crown Prince.
Minister Wang looked solemn and frowned, and he obviously realized the seriousness of the matter.
Upon hearing this, Concubine Wang’s expression became even more serious: “We must find the prince immediately, this is a top priority.”
By the way, there was a hint of cold calculation in Concubine Wang’s words, like a poisonous snake spitting out its tongue. Bring the Queen and Princess Yi with you as well, to see if Prince Yi can really disregard the lives of his mother and wife?
These words were like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.
The corner of her mouth drew up a sinister smile, which contained an unfathomable malice that made people shudder.
Minister Wang and Madam Huo exchanged a subtle look, and the tension in their hearts seemed to be relieved a little, as if they had finally grasped a bargaining chip that could be used to threaten Prince Yi.
Inside the East Palace, the atmosphere was so heavy that it was almost palpable.
The silhouettes of Su Rao and the Queen Mother stretched out in the dim candlelight, forming a sharp contrast with Yan Wugui who was standing beside them with a resolute expression. The three of them waited for the unknown outcome in silence, like the calm before a storm.
Outside, the guards held their breath and waited. No one dared to move in the oppressive silence. The air was filled with an almost suffocating heaviness.
"What's going on outside?"
The Queen Mother's voice was low and slightly hoarse, but these few simple words expressed the common concerns of everyone present.
The unknown is always the most tormenting, especially the news about Prince Yi's safety, which is like an invisible blade hanging over everyone's heart.
Just when everyone was getting anxious, there was a sudden sound of fierce fighting outside the door. It was a symphony of metal collision and noisy voices, foreshadowing that Prince Yi's reinforcements had arrived.
A glimmer of surprise flashed in Su Rao's eyes, as if she saw a spark of hope in the darkness.
Yan Wugui quickly moved to the door, and through the narrow gap in the door, he saw two forces entangled fiercely in the night, and every movement revealed the determination to fight to the death.
Although he was extremely anxious, Yan Wugui did not act rashly for the safety of the Eastern Palace. He knew that protecting the prince was more important than anything else.
Su Rao followed Yan Wugui's gaze and looked outside. Soon, a figure so familiar that it frightened her came into view - Fang Mo, the person who should not have been here, turned out to be the help invited by King Yi.
This discovery made Su Rao's heart surge. It was obvious that Prince Yi's return was not as hasty as it seemed, and there seemed to be a careful arrangement behind it.
In a flash, Fang Mo and Su Rao's eyes met unexpectedly in the air. That moment of eye contact seemed to have traveled through time and space. There was a hint of surprise and emotion in both of their eyes. No one had expected that they would be able to meet again under such circumstances.
At this moment, Zhao Tingduan on the chair seemed to sense the changes in the outside world. He slowly opened his confused eyes, and then seemed to realize his situation and closed his eyes again.
The reality of being kidnapped and the sounds of fierce fighting outside made him think about escaping.
He began to struggle desperately, trying to break free from the restraints on his body.
Su Rao and Yan Wugui exchanged a tacit look. Yan Wugui moved quickly and with a precise knife move, Zhao Tingduan fell into a coma, thus ensuring the stability of the scene.
At the same time, the battle outside the door was still fierce. The two sides were evenly matched, the situation was stalemate, and the outcome was unpredictable.
On the other side, the team led by Prince Yi had approached the emperor's bedroom, where Concubine Wang and Minister Wang were on high alert, as if it was a solid wall of steel that was impossible to cross.
Zhao Huaijue, how dare you trespass into the forbidden area? What do you intend to do?
Concubine Wang's questioning was like a chill wind blowing past one's ears, cold and sharp.
My father is in danger. I am here only to save him and eliminate those treacherous people who are endangering the order of the court!
Prince Yi's answer was calm and firm, and every word revealed his unquestionable determination.
There were many court officials surrounding both sides, each with their own views and arguing endlessly, making it difficult to reach a conclusion for a while.
Prince Yi asked simply and clearly: "I want to see my father."
Concubine Wang responded sharply: "The Emperor will not see a traitor like you!"
Prince Yi's words were full of sarcasm: "Your Highness's actions seem to be guilty. It seems that the safety of our father is indeed worrying. Forcing our way in seems to be the only feasible solution."
At this time, Concubine Wang gave a command with her eyes, and two women were forcibly brought in front of everyone. They were the Queen and Su Yi.
The queen's frail body seemed to be injected with vitality the moment she saw Prince Yi, and her pale face flushed with excitement.
"Huai Jue, it's great that you're still alive! Mother knows that you will be safe and sound, it's great..."
Her words were mixed with tears, full of relief and worry.
Su Yi's mood was also mixed. The depression and fear he had been feeling for a period of time found an outlet for release at this moment.
To her, Zhao Huaijue was like a ray of light in the long night, illuminating her path as she was about to fall into the abyss of despair.
At this tense confrontation, Concubine Wang's eyes became stern, and the long swords in the hands of the two guards were instantly pressed against the necks of the Queen and Su Yi. The swords flashed, and life and death depended on a moment.
Prince Yi, are you still going to insist on your own way?
Concubine Wang's voice was low, and the threat was self-evident.
The Queen was surprised, knowing that she had become a hindrance to Prince Yi's actions, and she felt mixed emotions; while Prince Yi frowned, full of anxiety and helplessness.
At this time, a court official stepped forward and questioned Concubine Wang righteously: "Are you going against the will of heaven and trying to kill the emperor and usurp the throne?"
Concubine Wang remained calm and responded sharply, "If Prince Yi surrenders, he will not harm the Queen. But if he breaks in by force, it will be an act of treason, and the Queen will become the wife of a traitor and should be punished as well!"
These words were undoubtedly forcing Prince Yi to make an unfilial choice, imposing the crime on him, and intending to put him in a moral dilemma.
The queen responded with a firm look: "Huai Jue, filial piety is precious, but loyalty to the monarch is more righteous. I am your mother and your father is the monarch. Since ancient times, it has been difficult to be both loyal and filial. I am satisfied to save my father and be loyal. Don't worry about me."